Pontotoc News

Residents of Ecru expressed gratitude to PBR Vapors for their neighborhood contributions.

The Pontotoc County School District will shut down for two days because of severe weather and ongoing power outages, officials announced.

Dixie Electric sent a fleet of trucks to PEPA to assist with restoring power, according to the cooperative.

Extremely cold wind chills are forecast across the Mid-South after a winter storm exited the region this weekend, with temperatures dropping below zero in many areas.

While wintry weather has ended, authorities warn of ongoing risks including dangerous travel and prolonged freezing temperatures.

First Choice Bank urges customers and employees to prioritize safety amid current weather conditions. The bank remains committed to keeping everyone safe.

Officials have lifted winter storm and ice storm warnings across the region as precipitation ceases, but cold temperatures remain through next week.

A new map shows preliminary snow and sleet accumulation from the winter storm that ended Sunday. Authorities warn of ongoing dangerous road conditions.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued an extreme cold warning through Tuesday noon, advising residents to take precautions against hypothermia and keep warm.

Utility crews are working to restore power after widespread outages caused by icy conditions and falling limbs, with 80% of meters affected.